2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic vs. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic and 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 Avant 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic | 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |